Prevention & Remedies

Prevention and Remedies for Cold /Flu:

Prevention should always be our first line of defense! At the first sign of a cold, or if surrounded by family members or colleagues that have caught something, e.g. a virus, the flu, bacterial infection etc. Taking medications to treat or prevent cold and flu symptoms does just that: they only address the symptoms. The underlying cause of the illness is still present in your body. What you have done by suppressing the symptoms is ignore your body’s warning signs that something is amiss and your immune system has to work overtime. The synthetic medications also add to the toxic burden your body already has to deal with every day. The BEST prevention we have is to build up and strengthen your body’s natural defense mechanism–your immune system. Dr. Hartman recommends many things to help build the immune system and fight off the virus, bug/germ and/or bacteria present and/or to protect your family.

LOTS of information!!

Whether you are one who gets a flu shot yearly or not, and/or have had reactions to the flu shot, you can still protect yourself  and family in many ways; including if you’re susceptible to getting the flu. Why wait to do something when you can take measures to help to prevent it? Being proactive is key, whether medical, natural, or combining both forms of medicine!

First understand your opponent:

1. The flu is a virus. So, antibiotics won’t work, and can potentially make things worse by suppressing your immune system and killing off good bacteria with the bad bacteria in your gut.
2. The flu can be transmitted through the: mouth, nose, and eyes by a direct or close enough sneeze, getting to close to someone who is already infected, coughing without covering your mouth or covering your mouth and then touching something or someone can also spread it. If your child or you’re someone who constantly touches your face, you might want to break that habit.
3. The flu virus has about a 6 foot reach. That’s how you can be in public and just happen to pick up the flu somehow.
4. People pass the flu before they even know they are sick. Adults are typically “sharing” one day before they have symptoms and for about a week after. Kids can transmit the virus even longer. So, drinking after someone -not a good idea during flu season!
5. Bathe! When you are sick it is BEST to bathe in the evening BEFORE you go to bed. I know my morning bathers it’s not your mojo, but keep this in mind – you are in contact with an enormous amount of germs everyday, if you only shower in the morning…think about how many of those germs you go to bed with! YUCK! YEP – you sleep with them and so does your spouse /partner. When you are sick it is BEST for you to wash off as many germs as you can before heading to bed. When you sleep -you’re healing /fighting…kinda hard if your system is being bombarded..right!?!? You can still shower in the morning too. Just saying!
6. Make sure you REALLY have the flu. There are SEVERAL infectious diseases and other illnesses that mimic flu symptoms. Flu symptoms” is a set of symptoms such as fever, chills, malaise, dry cough, sore throat, loss of appetite and body aches. However, these common symptoms are often lumped into one symptom when describing other diseases or conditions. Some of the most well known diseases that exhibit flu symptoms include Meningitis, Food Poisoning, Strep Throat, Hepatitis, Toxic Shock Syndrome, Hodgkin’s disease, Leukemia, Cat scratch fever, Pneumonia, Upper Respiratory Infection, Common Cold…the list goes on.
7. DON’T panic! How many YEARS did we fight the flu when we had no shot, with rest, fluids, and allowed it to run it’s course?? My family physician told us NUMEROUS times to go home, rest, drink plenty of fluids and allow the body (Immune system) to do it’s job!  I cannot tell you how many times I had the flu growing up -it was a LOT, let alone my brother, parents, and friends.
8. STAY HOME! Whether you have the flu or other illness, it is common sense to STAY home until you are no longer sick. When we quarantine ourselves to our home, we are no longer SPREADING the illness to others. When you go to work, grocery, church, etc. sick and/ or you send your children to school when they are sick – you are CAUSING and RESPONSIBLE for spreading the illness and getting others’ sick too. Including, MAKING it last LONGER!! This is NOT a smart or good idea! You should allow your body the time it needs to heal and be thoughtful of those around you. If everyone would take time to rest, heal, and stay away from others; think about how short the “season” would become!! When people continue to spread illnesses…they last a LONG time and frankly it’s VERY inconsiderate! Listen to your Doc and STAY HOME!

So what do we do? My professional advice is to have faith in your immune system God gave you! We were made to fight off viruses and bacteria -Germs are actually GOOD for us – we NEED them. However, with that being said, there are things we can do to HELP protect ourselves and things we can do to help our immune system to work more effectively and efficiently; especially when it’s over worked and/or we are. NOTE: If you’re immune compromised then I recognize that your immune system works slower and much differently, I have a LOT of knowledge and experience with immunocompromised systems; so you should be proactive in your prevention, and/or talk with your doctor about what is the best form of protection for you. With that being said, you can also utilize information on this page. I have two children who are immunocompromised -totally understand!! There are also things you can do to help prevent the flu or to help you while you are recovering – see below.

A Detox Bath: 

The ingredients below facilitate the elimination of toxins, which cleanse the liver, kidneys, and thyroid. In other words: it gets that cold over with quicker.

You’ll need:

• 1 cup Epsom salt (optional –will help with additional detoxification)
• ¼ to ½ cup baking soda (a must)
• 1 tsp. up to 3 T ground ginger or a tiny sliver of ginger root (NOTE: this causes sweating. With children use very little 1/8 tsp. ground 2-12yrs, IF they are really congested – this is optional but has many medicinal properties)
• 2 -4 Essential oils of your choice from the above list (Tea tree works great for killing viruses and bacteria but if stuffy eucalyptus, if coughing thyme, frankincense for everything!)

Directions

Fill your bathtub with warm/hot water. Put above ingredients in and allow it to dissolve. Once full, get in and submerge yourself to your neck. Soak for at least 20 minutes but you can stay in as long as 40 minutes. The first 20 minutes is to extract toxins while the second 20 minutes is when the body begins to absorb the minerals. If you want to shower off afterwards, wait 30mins. You can do soda bath’s 2 -3 times a day with or without oils but Do NOT do the above detox every day if using all ingredients above, instead once or twice a week until symptoms subside.

How does it work? Sodium bicarbonate is a most useful medicine for the treatment of cancer, kidney disease, stomach acid imbalances and for cleaning our pools and refrigerators, including to help resolve our common colds nor to alleviate the symptoms and dangers of influenza.

• Epsom salt and baking soda help to rid the body of toxins we pick up from other people, pollution, chemicals in processed foods etc. Epson salt has magnesium and sulfate.
• Ginger enhances the detox process because it has anti-mucus properties, a natural decongestant, and opens the pores. (Hence, why it’s great to add in soups too help boost the immune system!) However, in a bathtub, ginger will make you sweat profusely. Sweating is one of the best (and cheapest) ways to detoxify, and if you don’t have access to a sauna this is a fantastic alternative. Another bonus: it’s a powerful antioxidant with potent anti-inflammatory properties, so it’s amazing for your skin as well.
• Essential oils are GREAT for so many things, by breathing in the oil(s) not only boosts the immune and helps the body fight harder, they help with breathing, calming, relaxing etc.

Drink Baking soda: The administration is easy enough, and is harmless. Simply dissolve the recommended amount of baking soda in a glass of cold water and drink it. Recommended dosages from the Arm & Hammer Company for colds and influenza back in 1925 were:

• Day 1 — Take six doses of ½ teaspoon of baking soda in glass of cool water, at about two hour intervals
• Day 2 — Take four doses of ½ teaspoon of baking soda in glass of cool water, at the same intervals
• Day 3 — Take two doses of ½ teaspoon of baking soda in glass of cool water morning and evening, and thereafter ½ teaspoon in glass of cool water each morning until cold symptoms are gone

However, according to Arm & Hammer’s dosing instructions, do not exceed seven doses of ½ teaspoon per day, or three doses of ½ teaspoon daily if you’re over the age of 60. In addition, do not use the maximum dosage for more than two weeks. Further dosing recommendations and instructions for taking sodium bicarbonate can be found in Mark Sircus’ book “Sodium Bicarbonate – Rich Mans Poor Mans Cancer Treatment.”

TREAT WITH AROMATHERAPY –Bacterial & Viral

If you have developed the full symptoms, a variety of aromatherapy options is available to deal with the illness. Using essential oils in steam inhalations and baths is very useful for reducing the symptoms of colds and flu. Try:

• Steam inhalations or warm mist steam vaporizers clear the congested nasal passages and kill bacteria. Adding antiviral essential oils such as tea tree, eucalyptus, rosemary, frankincense, and peppermint serves to boost the effectiveness of the immune system. Steam inhalations should be used at least three times a day for severe congestion, otherwise, at bed time. They are easy to implement: just add 5 to 6 drops to a steaming bowl of hot water, cover your head with a towel and breathe in the vapors for 5 to 10 minutes (you may come up for air!) OR if using a warm mist steam vaporizer, add Eucalyptus 10 drops, Tea tree oil 10 drops, Rosemary 10 drops, Frankincense 10 drops and Lemon 6 drops. If coughing I add Thyme oil 6 drops and use the same for the spout with a little water added in spout. You can use other oils too…

• Bathing in essential oils once daily, if possible, is recommended. Add 8 to 10 drops of an essential oil to a hot bath to combat congestion and fight infection; shivers, aching limbs, and bathing with marjoram and chamomile can reduce headaches.

• Diffusing an antibacterial and antiviral essential oil blend at home or in the office using an oil burner or specialized electric diffuser. Tea tree, lavender, lemon, thyme, frankincense, and/or eucalyptus are excellent choices. In addition, bathing with one of these oils and/or with baking soda, at the first signs of a cold may help in stopping it from developing, as these oils have great antiviral properties and soda helps to pull out infections…

Tips: THE IMPORTANCE OF A GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP: Staying warm and getting quality sleep is crucial to recovery from illnesses. At night, it is recommended to use lavender, a gentle “all-purpose” oil, to help promote sleep, as the previously mentioned oils tend to stimulate the mind. You can add lavender to the vaporizer or put a couple dros on your pillow or beside your bed. An additional use of lavender may be in the bath or diffused in the bedroom to promote sleep and soothe a cough if present.

Other simple ways of using essential oils to beat cold and flu include:

• Home-made chest rubs for colds with a cough and chills:  mix 4 to 5 drops each of ginger, thyme and lavender with 5 tablespoons of a carrier oil (sweet almond oil for example). Apply to chest and back at least twice a day. (other oils can be used or substituted, i.e. frankincense, eucalyptus, tea tree etc.
• Drops on a handkerchief to easily inhale all day (e.g. eucalyptus, lavender).
• Drops on a pillow help to promote sleep (e.g. lavender).
• Gargle in case of a sore throat: add 4 to 5 drops of thyme to a glass of warm water and use three times a day. Or See the sore throat remedy on this website.

Other Oils to Consider this winter season:

• Oregano – is a popular essential oils for treating everything from cold to flu to warts. Oregano is considered a “hot” oil because it will heat up, tingle and/or have a warming sensation and should be used cautiously. Do not apply to the face or throat without diluting it first with pure olive oil or another fatty oil. In addition, stay away from the eyes. If you do get any in a sensitive area, dilute with butter or oil, NOT water! Oregano is best applied on the back, shoulders, and the bottoms of the feet.
• Lemon – Lemon is great for boosting the immune system. Take a drop or two in every glass of water throughout the day, or squeeze a fresh lemon in your water. Lemon is photosensitive so it should not be applied to skin.
• Cinnamon – Another hot oil, similar to oregano, is cinnamon. It is great for boosting the immune system and has been shown to support the pancreas and digestive system (in Chinese medicine, the pancreas/spleen relates to the immune system). Apply on the feet or inhale.
• Frankincense – One of the most powerful immune boosting oils and is mild on the skin and can be applied anywhere. For persistent colds, fill a capsule with 10-20 drops of frankincense and take on an empty stomach. It is great to inhale and can be used during bathing, in vaporizers etc.
• Peppermint and Eucalyptus – These oils are cool and soothing and are known to clear the respiratory system, ease breathing and open up the sinuses. They can be applied directly to the neck, throat, chest, and back to open the lungs or inhaled to soothe the sinuses. Peppermint and eucalyptus are safe and effective.
• Books: There are numerous oils and recipes out there to help with several things. One of my favorite books is “The complete book of essential oils & aromatherapy.” I recommend this to patients all the time. Amazon has this book and it’s very inexpensive and have numerous recipes, uses etc. This was a book I used a LOT in class and have found VERY helpful!  Another book I highly recommend and use a lot is by RoseMary Gladstar “Herbal Recipes.”

Homemade Hand Sanitizer: In a bottle or small glass jar add Tea tree oil 10-15 drops with Frankincense. This kills viruses and bacteria’s.

 Sore Throat Remedy

• 1 cup Bragg’s Organic Raw Apple Cider Vinegar 
• 2-3 shakes Tabasco sauce
• Fill rest of 8 oz. glass with water

Mix well gargle “deep” in back of throat until glass is empty. Repeat do every 15 minutes for 1 hour. Should feel much better and sore throat relieved and/or gone within the hour, however, if sore throat persists for longer than 2 days or other symptoms accompany the sore throat; it is recommended for patients to go to their natural or medical doctor.

Oregano Oil Remedy

• Organic Oregano Leaves – fill have pint or quart jar with leaves
• Organic Olive Oil – fill jars with oil on top of leaves, stir and fill to one inch head space.
• Seal the jar – shake daily. Can be in jars up to two years or if using, strain the leaves out of the oil and bottle them. They will last a year or more

This is a natural antibiotic and has been used for years to help with many aliments.

References: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/9-oregano-oil-benefits-and-uses

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6152729/

https://www.sweetcures.com/blogs/health-hub/oregano-oil-a-natural-antibacterial

https://www.drberg.com/blog/14-amazing-benefits-of-oregano-oil

Cough Syrup

• 1 onion -any color red, yellow or white
• Raw honey
• Dice onion
• Place a sealable jar layer onion the bottom and add 1 tsp of raw honey -repeat until up to the 1 inch to the top of jar and seal.
• Within a couple hours it will make a syrup. This will help with coughs that persist.

You can bottle this after straining all onions out after it makes the syrup. It stays fresh in the freg for over two weeks.

References: https://okbhealthy.com/recipes/f/♥%EF%B8%8F-honey-onion-cough-syrup

https://www.littlehomeinthemaking.com/honey-and-onion-cough-syrup/

Garlic Remedy – there are several ways to do this -below is one way

• Raw garlic cloves – you can use it whole or cut them up (we cut them up)
• Fill jar all the way to 1 inch at the top
• Add raw honey to fill and burp the jar
• Seal and store for at least 4-6wks, shaking daily.
• Bottle it up after removing the garlic. This should last up to a year.

NOTE: if you water bath the instructions are a little different. You fill jars with whole garlic cloves, add peppercorns and Chili pepper flakes. Then you fill with boiling water (not honey), and water bath them for 10-15mins. These will stay on the shelf for many years. Both ways make a very good remedy for many aliments.

Reference: https://www.growforagecookferment.com/fermented-honey-garlic/

Herbal Supplements to look into and possibly consider:

Brewer’s Yeast

• Brewer’s yeast contains B vitamins, chromium and protein. It is used for cold, flu and other respiratory tract infections. Brewer’s yeast stimulates intestinal enzymes to help relieve diarrhea, fights bacteria in the intestines and improves immune response to viruses that infect the lungs. Research has found that Brewer’s yeast reduces the risk of getting a cold or the flu and helps symptoms dissipate more quickly.

Echinacea

• Echinacea acts as an anti-inflammatory, which can help reduce bronchial symptoms of cold and flu. Echinacea directly attacks yeast and other kinds of fungus. Echinacea tea on the first day of symptoms, and then 1 cup a day thereafter can help immensely  and/or add Echinacea leaves/root in soups.

Elderberry

• The flowers and berries of elderberry is said to boost the immune system, treat flue and relieve sinus pain. Elderberry does seem to attack flu viruses and reduce bronchial inflammation. A preliminary study found that it reduced severity and length of flu symptoms when given at the first signs of symptoms. (See Tea recipes)  Kids –Elderberry Chewables.

Garlic

• Garlic has antibiotic and antibacterial properties. In a recent study, people that took a garlic supplement for 12 weeks got about 60% fewer colds than those who didn’t and recovered faster if they did get a cold.

Olive Leaf

• Olive leaf is proving to have potent anti-viral properties and is often prescribed for cold and flu. It also acts as an anti-inflammatory.

Vitamins and Minerals

Vitamin C

• Vitamin C can boost the immune system and reduce the severity of cold and flu symptoms. Take 1,000mg of Vitamin C daily to ward off a cold or the flu and up to 4,000mg daily when you are experiencing symptoms.

Vitamin D

• Vitamin D is produced in the body by sunlight nd regulates the expression of over 2,000 genes, including those of the immune system. Recent research has found that low vitamin D levels are linked to higher rates of cold, flu, cancer, and respiratory infections. Many natural doctors believe the current recommended daily amounts of vitamin D are far too low, and that 2,000 rather than 200-400 units per day is a better choice. To treat cold or flu, take 2,000 units per kilogram of body weight once a day for 3 days. You can also order home testing kits to test your vitamin D levels.

Zinc

• Zinc may lessen the symptoms of the cold virus but excessive amounts aren’t good for you. Zinc pills and sprays do not seem to be effective. Take 50-100mg of zinc daily to ward off or treat cold and flu symptoms. Research has shown that viruses cannot live in a zinc rich environment.

Other Tips:

Hydrate – get plenty of WATER daily. Adding lemons help to purify and detox your systems. NOTE: watch MANY of your sports drinks – they are FULL of SUGAR, which suppresses your immune system.  Celtic Sea Salt Hydration Packets to put in water, Liquid IV, or Celtic Sea Salt or Organic Sea Salt put under the tongue when dissolved drink water. This way gets into each cell and helps with the hydration process.

Probiotics – help to restore the beneficial bacteria in your gut and boost immune function.

Silver Shield – Kills both viral and bacteria and boosts immune functions.  Found on Amazon.

Viral Immune Support (VSC)– hunts down and attacks viruses in the body, while boosting immune.

NOTE: For children all of the above will be much different! Consult Dr. Hartman

Many of the above can be found at Amazon.

How can you help your immune system and help prevent the flu?

1.  70%+ of your immune system is in the gut. Taking a high quality probiotic and/or prebiotic can go a long way in supporting a health immune system. For children Nature Sunshines Probiotic Power!
2. Sleep is where you get a healthy overhaul for all your systems. If you feel like you’re getting sick, go take a nap and let your immune system do its thing! Best is going to bed by or before 10pm and getting up by or before 8am.
3. Elderberry is a great helper for your immune system and does SO much more! You can purchase the berries on Amazon click on Elderberry. For children Nature Sunshines Elderberry Chewables are GREAT!
4. Echinacea has been widely used for hundreds for years to fight infections, especially the common cold, flu, upper respiratory infections etc. Echinacea boosts immune functions and can protect your family fall through winter months, e.g., add echinacea to soups, stews, crockpot meals, on salads etc. around ¼ to ½ tsp is all you need; although you can add more if you want.
5. A high quality multiple vitamin is great too, contact Dr. Hartman. Kids Nature Sunshines Multiple Vitamin & Minerals.
6. Vitamin D is a MUCH needed nutrient that helps balance your immune system and help with viruses! In the winter our family, supplements with at least 2,000 IU daily. For children Natures Sunshine (4pk) Calcium Plus D3.
7. Zinc & Vitamin C are also powerhouses to keep your immune system working as it should too.
8. Vitamin A is necessary for immune function and is used to treat many viruses…the flu being no exception.
9. Sliver Shield ® – protects and helps fight against bacteria and viruses. Our family has used it for years! Take for prevention and/or if you come down with something. We take 1 tsp weekly for protection starting Oct through March. It’s safe for children too! Contact Dr. Hartman. To learn more:  https://www.naturessunshine.com/content/us/sku/factsheet/silverbottles.pdf?V=sept2016li>
10. Ginger Root is GREAT at boosting the immune system, all you need is a piece the size of your pinky nail! You can use it as a tea, soups and stews, or juice with 5 carrots and 1 apple.
11. Take a Soda baths! YES baking soda baths. Use 1/4 to 1/2 cup in a bathtub, soak for at least 20 mins. Soda baths are known to “drawl out toxins”, alkalizes the body, eliminates toxins, and help detox your system. You can do this severals times a day.
12. Use a Neti Pot was developed hundreds (or perhaps even thousands) of years ago and is known to be a nasal purification technique. It’s used as needed to alleviate nasal stuffiness or daily as a preventive method of keeping nasal passages free and clear of invaders that sneak through. Flu germs often settle first in the nose and sinuses. Then the body’s normal infection-fighting system is to pour out mucus into the nose and sinuses. The Neti Salts or Himalayan Neti Salts are used in the Neti Pot are soothing and help to purify the sinus cavities while flushing out all the junk! Try it! It’s an inexpensive way to help prevent many aliments! *Resent research showed Neti pots: can prevent the flu by keeping nasal passages and sinuses clear, ease symptoms like congestion, pressure, and facial pain, particularly with ongoing (chronic) sinus troubles and/or chronic rhinosinusitis (congestion and inflammation of the sinuses for greater than 12 weeks), reduced antibiotic use, decrease in the frequency of colds, improve symptoms to allergen exposure…among much more!
13. Echinacea –is known to boost your immune system and help fight infections. Use the loose herb in teas or make your own tea.
14. Astragalus : is an antiviral and immune-strengthening herb.
15. Juniper: similar to Elderberry, Juniper berries boast a powerful antiviral compound known as deoxypodophyllotoxin. For upper respiratory tract infections and several others. Don’t use if your pregnant.
16. Eat lots of veggies – dark green are the best! Along with eating a good healthy diet too. Eat good quality meats, fruits, veggies, and grains. When you’re not eating junk food, processed foods or drinking all the sugary soda/pop; your immune is healthier and so are you. Sugar lowers your immune functions – suppresses it. Did you know 1 T. of sugar takes MONTHS to get our of your body?? All the processed foods have numerous chemicals in them which hinders your immune system too. Whole Food supplement for children by Natures Sunshine.
17. Using high quality grade Essential Oils that are antivirus etc. in your lotions and hand soap is a HUGE help in protection – 2-4 drops are ALL you need. For example: Thieves and Tea Tree Oils from Young Living protects against the flu and others’. It is AMAZING!
18. Wash your hands! Simple Right?? Yes! Washing your hands before meals, after going to the bathroom, after being in public- you know you touch several things other people touch right??, and anytime you get the urge to touch your face. Also keep in mind, a few years ago we were “taught” to sneeze and/or cough in the pit/grove of our elbows – BAD idea! Think about how many people touch your sleeves, arm, near or at the elbow!! If you’re not spraying Lysol on your clothes /sleeves – the germs are there! I’ve said for YEARS – use a Kleenex -NOT your clothes.
19. If you think you’re coming down with something – do something about it! Don’t wait until it’s full blown illness. There are SEVERAL ways you can start helping yourself right off the bat!

**Research before you decide to do anything. It’s ALWAYS best to know what you’re doing and putting into your body – even if it’s natural.**  Check out Prevention next to this page for recipes and additional help.

Things to help you if your sick or you coming down with something:

• Oscillococcinum® is a Homeopathic medicine you should keep on hand to nip flu symptoms in the bud. There’s over 65+ yrs of Clinical research studies show that Oscillococcinum helps reduce both the severity and duration of flu-like symptoms. Take it at FIRST sign. If you REALLY have the flu it will work within 24hrs or less without all the horrible symptoms. Here’s a Video: <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=shp_9Iup5rQ   li>
• To learn more: https://www.oscillo.com
• Sliver Shield ® – protects and helps fight against bacteria and viruses. Our family has used it for years! If you took it as prevention but still come down with something or you start to feel like you’re coming down with something up the intake. I take 3 to 4 tsp. daily until I feel better. Then I go back to 1 tsp a week for a couple weeks or through the “sick” season. Children will of course have a lower intake. Click here to learn more:  https://www.naturessunshine.com/content/us/sku/factsheet/silverbottles.pdf?V=sept2016li>
• VS-C ® Liquid or Caps work to help boost immune function, protect, and fight off viruses. When I do not feel well I will take 1-2 tsp daily or even 3 tsp. Children of course will have a lower intake. Read More here: <https://www.naturessunshine.com/us/Printable/GetProductDetailsPdf?productID=3167li>
• Children’s Cold and Flu by Natrabio – We’ve taken this for YEARS and it works GREAT! We love the flavor and Yes I take it too when I need it. Homeopathics are a safe and effective way of helping with symptoms and works quickly to combat the root cause.
• Umcka Cold and Flu is an all natural and safe product that’s formulas combine two clinically-effective natural medicines to tackle both cold and flu and shortens duration and reduces severity of cough,congestion,hoarseness, sore throat, sneezing and stuffy/runny nose etc. associated with colds and flu; which symptoms can be so similar.
• Sip Organic Bone Broth 8-10 ounces provides you with key immune supporting nutrients.
• Chicken soup – YES that’s right! There is research that proves there’s something about eating chicken soup when your sick or feeling ill. Make homemade organic chicken soup – add garlic and ginger (a little slice of the root). YUMMY, protective, and healing!!
• Drink plenty of fluids. NO I don’t mean soda/pop and sugary drinks. Purified water – better yet add a lemon to your water, it’s a great cleanser.
• Raw Garlic. Take a clove (cut up) eat it raw or put it in your meals.
• Oil of Oregano (Recipe on Prevention page)
• Rest, rest and rest some more. With any bacteria or virus your body comes into contact with, rest is essential for healing. SLOW down and take your time. DON’T rush it!
• Essential Oils. Thieves is great for cleaning with, putting on the bottom of your feet etc. and is known to protect against the flu. Try using oils in a vaporize or put it in a bath. This helps to nick-it-in-the-bud!  There are SEVERAL that ramp up the immune system. Plus, help your breathe and sleep well too. Read this for more information:https://draxe.com/essential-oils-for-colds/?rs_oid_rd=36680309471811
• And SO MUCH MORE! Refer to the Prevention Page for additional help and recipes.

Here’s a couple GREAT recipes: Delicious Fall soup   & Healing Chicken

Dr. Hartman’s Protection Cleaning Sprays:

1. Add 5 to 10 drops of Thieves Essential Oil in a spray bottle fill with purified water. Use to clean all surfaces.  OR
2. In a spray bottle add 2 tablespoons white vinegar, 1 tsp peroxide with 3-5 drops of Tea Tree oil. Use to clean all surfaces.  Option -can add Thieves oil instead or can add 1 tsp bleach – whatever you fancy.If you don’t want to supplement, Here’s a list of SOME foods:

   Vitamin A

   • Eggs Yolk
   • Bone Broth.
   • Cod Liver Oil
   • Grass fed butter
   • Sweet Potato
   • Carrots
   • Cantaloupe
   • Spinach
   • Butternut squash
   • Pumpkin Seeds

   Vitamin D

   • Cod Liver Oil
   • Salmon
   • Mackerel
   • Tuna
   • Sardines
   • Eggs
   • Mushrooms

   Zinc

   • Lamb
   • Pumpkin Seeds
   • Grass-Fed Beef
   • Chickpeas
   • Cashews
   • Kefir or Yogurt
   • Organic Chicken

   Vitamin C

   • Oranges
   • Pineapples
   • Kohlrabi
   • Mango
   • Brussels sprouts
   • Kiwi
   • Papaya
   • Bell Peppers
   • Broccoli

    

Another Option: What are Flu Drops & what’s the difference between the Flu Shots/Mist?

• Flu Shots/Mist/Tamiflu aren’t always effective and can be a hit or miss, as the CDC has admitted the past few years because of no knowledge of what “strain” is going around. As predicted, last years only worked 9-10%.
• Flu Drops & Nosodes: contain ONLY the original influenza strain that all strains came from, carry and/or mutated from.
• Flu Shots/Mist/Tamiflu can have side effects, as all medication.
• Flu Drops & Nosodes: have no known side effects.
• Flu Shots/Mist/Tamiflu have substances that are unnatural used as “additives.” http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/pubs/pinkbook/downloads/appendices/B/excipient-table-2.pdf
• Flu Drops & Nosodes: have NO unnatural additives.
• Flu Shots/Mist/Tamiflu can suppress the immune system as any medication.
• Flu Drops & Nosodes:  WORKS with your immune system, boosting its function, and educates the immune system of the strains in the process; thus, making you less susceptible to the illness  in the long run.
• Flu Shots can be painful, and invasive.
• Flu Drops & Nosodes: are non-invasive, inexpensive, painless, SAFE, and effective.

Who can use the Flu Drops? ANYONE vaccinated or not. The Flu Drops and Flu Shots, Mist, & Tamiflu all work in VERY different ways and are NOT the same. The Flu Drops & Homeopathic Nosodes help protect you and if you’ve got your Flu Shot, it adds extra protection for you. Both are a good ideas because you can still get the flu after having the Flu Shot, Mist, and/or Tamiflu- although nothing is a 100% guarantee.

• For those who choose NOT to take measures of prevention, PLEASE reconsider and do something to protect yourself and/or child/children and the general public; especially if you or your child are immunocompromised! There are SEVERAL things you can do!

To learn more about any of the above, or to schedule an appointment Call Dr. Hartman 765-860-2144 OR  Email Dr.Renee@comcast.net

NOTE: All products, vitamins, supplements etc. can be purchased on AMAZON , Doctor Supplement Store, Wellevate, Full Script,  etc. (See under products for links)

References You May Want To Research:

https://www.amymyersmd.com/2017/11/preventing-cold-flu-naturally/

https://draxe.com/flu-natural-remedies/

https://www.drweil.com/videos-features/photo-galleries/10-ways-to-prevent-and-treat-the-flu/

https://www.up-nature.com/blogs/news/20-of-the-best-essential-oils-for-colds-and-relieving-the-flu

Prayer for healing:

“Jesus, you did not make our bodies to be infected by a flu virus. You have given us an immune system to fight these invasions. When you walked the earth you healed many. Nearly every page of the Gospels shows you restoring someone’s body to health. We know that you are with us today eager and able to do the same. We ask for your power to bolster our strength to battle this sickness. Embolden our immune system now. We join you and curse this vile virus. For those now battling this sickness give them hope and strength. For those who have been exposed, give them resistance. Thank you for your healing. In Jesus…”
Read more at http://www.beliefnet.com/columnists/prayerplainandsimple/2013/01/flu-a-prayer-for-healing.html#vr8CeeGwhBsUQ1CA.99

As always, use your best judgment before trying anything new, research and ask questions if you still need clarification. Dr. Hartman does not tell patients what they should or should not do; she believes this is the conscious right of every person to decide what to do for their health and their child’s. Dr. Hartman only provides educates on all aspects of health, nutrition, wellness, lifestyle, immune, and both medical and natural medicines. Consult your main physician for all medications, vaccines, and treatments. Dr. Hartman is not a medical physician nor does she claim to be, and does not and will not claim to treat, diagnosis, prescribe, identify etc. patients.  She will not be held responsible for what patients decide to do or try. The above is for educational purposes. For more information contact Dr. Hartman at 765-860-2144.